Originally Posted by JJWise
I’ve never hunted Alaska or been to Africa, but in my mind the 375s make the most sense for an all round rifle. Legal for dangerous game in Africa and plenty for a big bear but without the recoil of some bigger rounds- not that it’s a lightweight in any way but it’s no 458 Lott behind the buttstock. If I was sticking to Alaska then I’d probably go with the 338, the 375 IMO isn’t needed unless you plan to one day take that rifle across the ocean.



Very well stated. I have “zero” intention of getting rid of my .375 AI, but likely would go .338 WM if hunting Africa were off of the agenda! memtb

You should not use a rifle that will kill an animal when everything goes right; you should use one that will do the job when everything goes wrong." -Bob Hagel

“I’d like to be a good rifleman…..but, I prefer to be a good hunter”! memtb 2024